Ontario is Offering Up to $15K to Help You Go Digital — Here’s How to Apply for the DMAP Grant

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Good news for Ontario’s small business community! The provincial government just announced a $7.5 million investment to support digital transformation through the DMAP Ontario grant — offering eligible businesses up to $15,000 to create a customized digital adoption plan with expert guidance. If you’re ready to boost productivity and modernize your operations, this is a golden opportunity.

Whether you need help improving operations, reaching customers online, or planning your next big digital investment, this program is a strong first step.

What Is DMAP Ontario grant?

DMAP is a business support program delivered through Ontario’s Digitalization Competence Centre (DCC), in partnership with the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI).

This program gives your business access to a Digital Adoption Consultant who will:

  • Audit your existing systems
  • Identify digital gaps and opportunities
  • Build a custom digital roadmap for your business
  • Prepare you to apply for future tech adoption grants

Funding available:
You can receive a grant of up to $15,000 to match your investment in creating this plan (for example, invest $15,000 and receive $7,500 back).

Why Should You Apply?

Get expert advice on how to digitally improve your business
Build a plan that fits your goals, team, and budget
Prepare for the next step — DMAP graduates can apply for up to $100,000 more in funding through Ontario’s Technology Demonstration Program
Boost your bottom line — companies that have completed DMAP projects report over $380 million in increased revenue

What Can the Plan Focus On?

Your custom plan could include areas like:

  • Inventory management systems
  • E-commerce and digital payment tools
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • AI or automation tools
  • Cybersecurity improvements
  • Workflow optimization
  • Marketing platforms and more

Who is Eligible?

To apply, your business must be:

  • A for-profit company based in Ontario
  • Between 1 and 499 employees

You don’t need to be a tech company — DMAP supports businesses across all sectors: retail, manufacturing, trades, services, tourism, wellness, and more.

Full list of program documents is available here.

How to Apply

It’s simple:

  1. Confirm your eligibility (see above)
  2. Connect with a Digital Adoption Consultant via the DCC
  3. Develop your DMAP with expert support
  4. Submit your grant application for up to $15,000 in matching funds

🔗 Get started here: Express your interest and see if DCC programs are right for your business
Apply for DMAP on the OCI Website

The DMAP grant is more than just funding — it’s a strategic opportunity to prepare your business for the future.

Curious about how we help small businesses? Take a look here.

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